December 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Adelaide. With minimal rain risk (6%) and pleasant highs of 26°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Adelaide is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Adelaide
Currency
AUD
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Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Adelaide Weather Forecast for December 16
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 26.2°C. 6% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Adelaide in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Adelaide typically experiences temperatures between 15.7°C and 26.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (6% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Adelaide
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
26.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.6°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
6%
Avg 0.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1012.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Adelaide Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.4°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~145
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Adelaide
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:27
☀️ Noon
13:42
🌇 Sunset
20:56
⏱️ Daylight
14h 29m
Wind Speed
23.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
55%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Adelaide
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Adelaide on December 16 averages 26.2°C with a 6% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Adelaide Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Adelaide Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Adelaide on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 26.2°C with a 6% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 145 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.1°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.65m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 36°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 9.3°C in 2022.